DUI & DWI Attorneys in Fairfax, Virginia 

Driving under the influence is possibly the most serious charge any driver can face. These charges have significant impacts on your daily life, affecting your professional licenses, security clearance, employment options, lifestyle options, and reputation. However, being charged with a DUI/DWI is not the end. There are steps you can take to defend against these charges and advocate for your best interests.

At The Gordon Law Firm, based in Fairfax, Virginia, we are dedicated to helping you understand the nature of your charge and build a strong defense to challenge the evidence against you where possible. Whether this is your first charge or a subsequent charge, our attorneys have the knowledge and experience to fight for your rights.

Located in Fairfax, Virginia, we serve clients throughout Northern Virginia, including Fairfax County, Loudoun County, Prince William County, Arlington, and the City of Alexandria, including Woodbridge, Manassas, Leesburg, Sterling, Vienna, Reston, and Herndon. Contact us today to schedule a free consultation.

Virginia DUI/DWI Laws

In Virginia, a DUI and DWI refer to the same charge of driving under the influence. Operating a vehicle while under the influence of alcohol or drugs is a serious crime, and the state imposes strict consequences for these offenses.

Under the Code of Virginia 18.2-266, drivers can be charged with a DUI/DWI if their blood alcohol concentration (BAC) is 0.08 above normal, as indicated by a breathalyzer or chemical test. For drivers under the age of 21, you can be charged with a DUI/DWI if your BAC is higher than 0.02.

Under the Code of Virginia 18.2-270, drivers under the influence typically face a Class 1 misdemeanor charge and a mandatory minimum fine of $250. If your BAC is at least 0.15 but less than 0.20, you will typically face an additional jail sentence for a minimum of five days. If your BAC is more than 0.20, the minimum jail time will increase to ten days. These fines and minimum jail sentences will increase if you face subsequent charges within five to ten years.

Being charged with a DUI/DWI in Virginia will leave you with a criminal record, which can have lasting impacts on your daily life, including housing and employment. At The Gordon Law Firm, our attorneys have built a reputation for being tough, aggressive, and thorough litigators, and we are devoted to helping you defend against DUI/DWI charges and challenge evidence where possible.

Our DUI/DWI Defense Strategies

At The Gordon Law Firm, our attorneys Alex Gordon and Carlos Wall understand the pressure you face following a DUI/DWI charge. We are dedicated to helping you explore the available legal options to defend your case and help you pursue the outcome you want. The primary ways we can help defend against a DUI/DWI charge include the following:

• Challenging the reliability of chemical/sobriety tests: Tests such as breathalyzers and field sobriety tests are not foolproof, and we can help challenge this evidence. Chemical tests must be properly administered and calibrated. If they aren't, the results could be called into question. A driver's coordination in a sobriety test can be affected by anxiety, clothing, or their physical capabilities.

• Challenging the traffic stop: Police officers must have reasonable suspicion that you were driving under the influence, such as swerving or erratic driving patterns, to order the stop. If they lack a clear, reasonable suspicion, we may be able to challenge the traffic stop itself.

• Providing alternative evidence for physical symptoms: Officers often look for physical symptoms that could indicate you are driving under the influence, such as red eyes, slurred speech, flushed cheeks, or the smell of alcohol. We can provide additional evidence, such as a history of allergies or mouthwash use, to refute their claims.

• Providing evidence of good driving techniques: Officers often look for erratic driving, such as swerving or straying outside the lines. However, these are not indicative of a DUI/DWI alone. We can help you gather and present evidence of good driving techniques, such as obeying traffic signals, using turn signals, and obeying the speed limit, to refute their claims.

If you have been charged with a DUI/DWI in Northern Virginia, contact us at The Gordon Law Firm today. We have years of combined experience defending against these charges and are dedicated to fighting tirelessly on your behalf.

How Our Firm Can Help

Facing a DUI/DWI charge is challenging, but you don't have to face it alone. At The Gordon Law Firm, we are experienced in providing comprehensive legal support to build a defense that stands up for your rights and best interests.

With over 40 years of combined experience, our criminal defense attorneys have helped more than 3,000 drivers accused of DUI/DWI and reckless driving in Northern Virginia, and we are skilled at identifying the strengths and weaknesses in these cases.

Since 2015, we have helped more than 500 drivers with first offense DUI/DWI charges. We will strive to give you an honest assessment of the circumstances of your case and carefully explain your options for fighting the charges and advocating for the outcome you want. Contact us today to schedule a free consultation.

Explore Your Options with an Experienced DUI/DWI Attorney in Virginia Today

Being charged with a DUI/DWI can have serious consequences, and it's important to work with an experienced attorney who can help defend your rights. At The Gordon Law Firm, our attorneys are devoted to helping you build a strong defense and challenge the evidence against you. Whether this is your first offense or you're facing additional charges, we can help.

Located in Fairfax, Virginia, we serve clients throughout Northern Virginia, including Fairfax County, Loudoun County, Prince William County, Arlington, and the City of Alexandria, including Woodbridge, Manassas, Leesburg, Sterling, Vienna, Reston, and Herndon. Contact us today to schedule a free consultation.